2015 Texas Pre-Legislative Roundup

The following bills relating to firearms have been filed for the upcoming January 13 – June 1, 2015 Texas legislative session. Bills are still being written at this time, and can be submitted as late as March 3, 2015 for inclusion in this legislative session. HB 195 Relating to the carrying of handguns; providing for…

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December 2014 Gun & Gear Contests

At the risk of reducing my own chances to win, https://www.weapon-blog.com/contests/ has been updated with all the gun and gear related contests that I am aware of for the month. Go forth and win… As always, feel free to share wherever you can. If you are aware of any that I do not have on…

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Austin Police Chief’s Remarks About ‘Gun Enthusiasts’

“And that’s why it’s important for us as Americans to know our neighbors, know our families — tell somebody,” Austin Police Chief Art Acevedo said Monday. “If you know somebody that is acting with a lot of hatred towards any particular group- especially if it’s somebody you know is a gun enthusiast or is armed…

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Watch How Network Reporter Acts as 10-Year-Old Handles Her Favorite Guns — Then Wait for the Girl’s Response

The ABC News profile of ten-year-old Shyanne Roberts, a young firearms enthusiast, seemingly raised the blood pressure of the reporter covering the story. In the video, which started out as a report on the recent growth of women gun owners and shooters, Shyanne is shown handling several different firearms, from a shotgun, to a semi-automatic…

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Cop Kills Active Shooter From 104 Yards – One Handed, While Holding Horses

The gunman who opened fire on multiple buildings in downtown Austin, Texas early Friday morning was shot and killed by a single bullet. That bullet came from the Smith & Wesson M&P .40 caliber handgun of a police officer standing 104 yards away and holding the reins to two horses with his other hand. Read…

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